Hyatt announced plans to grow in Mexico, by increasing its brand portfolio by 30% now through 2025. Much of this growth is a direct result of Hyatt Adding More Luxury Resorts; ALG Acquisition. Here’s some highlights of what’s opening soon: Coming soon in spring 2023, Hyatt Regency Mexico City Insurgentes will be a new capital-city hub for…
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World of Hyatt routinely evaluates their hotels within their award categories, and will generally make changes once a year. Hyatt has announced their latest round of changes, effective Tuesday, March 28, 2023 with 372 hotels changing categories this year. For 2023, World of Hyatt members will see the following changes: 214 hotels will shift into…
World of Hyatt has launched its latest promotion Bonus Journeys offer where you can earn can earn 3,000 Bonus Points for every two eligible nights between March 20 and May 26, 2023. Additionally, World of Hyatt credit cardmembers can earn 500 bonus points every two nights in 10 cities. For stays booked from between March 20…
Delta has announced a new benefit for American Express cardholders called TakeOff 15. Cardholders of a co-branded Delta American Express card will receive 15% off award flights when redeeming miles on Delta. The discount will be applied automatically when logged into your SkyMiles account and searching for award flights as a cardholder. The discounted award…
The Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch will be rebranded to the Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort & Spa in late 2024. The property currently has 493 guestrooms and suites. As part of the rebranding, the property will undergo a $110 million property renovation including guestrooms; pools; food and beverage and more. The renovation…
Delta announced its latest food & beverage refresh, which includes several returning favorites as well as some new additions to hit the skies. Highlights include the return of the signature Delta One dessert cart, espresso martinis, premium rosé wine, plant-based cheesesteak, seasonally inspired items, and more. Per Delta, here’s the full list of updates: Sweets…
Marriott Bonvoy announced its newest global promotion where members can earn 1,000 bonus points plus 1 additional night credit each night. This is valid for stays from February 7 through April 23, 2023. Earn 1,000 bonus points and 1 bonus Elite Night Credit each night. Register now, then earn from February 7 through April 23,…
Delta announced they’ll be launching brand new nonstop Los Angeles to Auckland, New Zealand service starting on October 28, 2023. Delta will fly its Airbus A350-900 featuring 32 Delta One suites, 48 Delta Premium Select, 36 Comfort Plus, and 190 Main Cabin seats. Per Delta, Daily flights between New Zealand’s largest city and Los Angeles…
JetBlue announced they’ll be launching a daytime New York (JFK) to London Heathrow (LHR) flight starting March 25, 2023. This will be JetBlue’s second daily flight on this route, complementing its existing evening departure. JetBlue also flies daily between New York (JFK) and London Gatwick Airport, for a total of three daily flights between NYC…
A short 45 minute drive from Cancun International Airport is the resort town, Playa del Carmen. You’ll find Marriott’s newest property which just opened this month in Playa del Carmen, Mexico. The Aloft Playa Del Carmen features 167 guest rooms with award nights ranging from 22,000-30,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night, making this an attractive property…
Delta Air Lines has rolled out a new feature for Platinum and Diamond Medallions who wish to redeem their upgrade certificates online. Top tier elite members will now be able to apply upgrade certificates to reservations online at time of booking. Platinum and Diamond Medallion members have the ability to choose Regional and Global upgrades…
Starbucks Rewards has announced some major changes to their rewards program which will go into effect on February 13, 2023, however for those used to the current system, these changes could be considered a devaluation. The last Starbucks Rewards changes happened back in 2019, where free beverages went from 125 stars to 150 stars. Currently…
Delta has opened four new Clubs this year already including its two largest at New York’s LaGuardia Airport and Los Angeles International Airport. Additionally, Delta opened a new club at Tokyo’s Haneda Airport and most recently a new 22,000-plus-square-foot space at Chicago-O’Hare. Next year, Delta announced eight club openings and expansions planned for 2023. Airports…
Delta announced it’s changing some of the ways customers can access Clubs starting next year to preserve a best-in-class experience and help reduce over-crowding. Essentially, Delta is reducing access to certain travelers, and raising fees and membership costs. Memberships will only be offered to Medallion members; American Express guest access prices are increasing; Medallions will no…
World of Hyatt Explorist and Globalist members who have linked their World of Hyatt and AAdvantage accounts can now enjoy complimentary AAdvantage status when they register for American Airlines Instant Status Pass by December 28. This is the newest offering as part of the American Airlines and Hyatt partnership. World of Hyatt and American Airlines…
Here’s a quick way to get some free cash this Thanksgiving weekend! Rakuten is an online shopping portal which offers cash backs when you shop through their portal. They are offering new members $40 free, after signing up and making a purchase of $40 or more, meaning you’re essentially getting a free $40 item or…
United Airlines announced some new updates to the 2023 MileagePlus Premier program. The biggest update is the requirements needed to earn Premier status which is as follows: Premier Silver: 12 PQF + 4,000 PQP or 5,000 PQP Premier Gold: 24 PQF + 8,000 PQP or10,000 PQP Premier Platinum: 36 PQF + 12,000 PQP or 15,000 PQP…
Southwest Airlines announced some changes to its Rapid Rewards program. These changes are pretty minor in the grand scheme of things, with the biggest being that earning Companion Pass benefits will be increasing 125,000 to 135,000 qualifying points. Additional updates include Companion Pass holders and companions can board together, as well as a new cancellation…
The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad is the newest Ritz-Carlton property to open in New York City featuring 250 guest rooms and suites. You’ll also find the Ritz-Carlton Club Lounge, a full service spa, and José Andrés Zaytinya restaurant at the property. With paid rates starting at over $1,000 night, you might want to consider redeeming Marriott Bonvoy…
Delta Air Lines announced that the SkyMiles Program will undergo several changes beginning January 1, 2023. Delta will be increasing Medallion Qualification Dollar (MQD) requirements in addition to adding new Choice Benefits for Platinum and Diamond Medallion members. Additionally, SkyMiles members will be able to redeem SkyMiles for checked baggage, and Platinum and Diamond Medallions will…